A Capture to last a lifetime

 

 

Weddings are the most exquisite ceremonies. The D- day of the bride and the groom has to be very special. From the selection of the flowers to the striking outfits everything needs to be picture- perfect. The wedding day can be kept alive till eternity through the moments captured through photography and videography. The day cannot be forgotten as every photograph has a story behind it. There’s a lot to think about planning the big day—no matter where the wedding date falls on the calendar. But in the midst of the coronavirus crisis, the dreamy way of capturing pre and post wedding photography and videography may take some toll - to prepare and plan for the potential that wedding captures may be affected.

Shopping, meetings and social events have all moved online in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. From taking vows in parking lots to holding ceremonies - Photographers and Videographers are finding innovative ways to capture every moment. So here are some dos and don’ts of professional wedding photography and videography.

Dos:

·        Maintain social distancing

No one was prepared for current state of weddings. First and foremost, a socially distant wedding begins with invitees wearing face masks including photographers and videographers. While some guests may choose to bring their own and even consider to conduct temperature checks and ordering custom masks for each guest. For clicking or shooting guests and relatives may opt out masks but neither always and nor all at the same time.

·        Set a roll

One of the most helpful tips regarding outdoor wedding photography and videography, especially during coronavirus pandemic is to get the couple to think ahead about the shots that they’d like to capture on the day then compile a list. This is particularly helpful in family shots as the invitees are very limited in number. There’s nothing worse than getting the photos back and realizing that photograph the happy couple with Father is missing!

·        Travel over the location

Location and setting are two of the most important aspects of nuptial photography and videography. It’s not as much the beauty of a location, but rather, the quality of the light at a location. The key to finding the perfect location principally during coronavirus pandemic isn’t to find one that has the prettiest elements, but rather, one that has objects that provide shade when there is bright sun which will provide the diversity in backdrops as well as a way to diffuse the harsh light on clear days.

·        Preparation

Photographers and videographers need to be well-prepared, particularly during this epidemic. Have a backup plan, have masks and sanitizers, have batteries charged, memory cards blank, routes and times to get to places. Be acquainted with itinerary of the full day chiefly if recordings and clickings are done on the open ground. It is also advisable to wash hands most often to get rid of risk factor.

·        Use of multiple cameras

Wedding documentation is one of the most crucial parts of wedding day. While photography is an essential element to capture the big day in still images, a wedding video gives beyond what pictures capture— the emotion and atmosphere of the wedding in motion. It’d be noteworthy that, a missing shot perhaps ruin the memories to some extent. It’d be preferable if two different people shoot still photography and video.

·        Broad grin

Weddings are about celebrating though happening during this corona outbreak. The more fun you have as the photographer and videographer, the more relaxed those recordings will be. Perhaps the best way to loosen people up from this common tension spread across worldwide is to smile as the videographer.

 

Don’ts

·        Don’t share equipment

Videography and photography can be extremely collaborative. However, it is advisable to avoid handing off and sharing equipment if possible. Studies have shown that the virus can live for a fairly long period of time on objects and surfaces. Sharing equipment has the potential to spread the virus.

·        Don’t overlook minute details

At a wedding, every little detail is planned. From the guest list to the attire to the fold of the napkins. The planning that goes into most weddings is the culmination of countless decisions and immeasurable effort, so, a photographer or videographer has to be very attentive while capturing moments at the same time if they see some attendees are not abide by the outbreak rules, encourage them to comply with would really be public-spirited.

·        Don’t feel perplexed

Quarantines, isolations, curfews can damage our mental health. Be at peace and make sure to talk to your friends and family during this time. If you are encountering a hard time, it is likely others around you are in the same spot. Having some friendly conversations and checking in with everyone is a good idea. Start working on wedding video script, practice lighting for photography, get some chores done to be more than proficient in this field. A great idea is to get back into a workout routine.

 

Wedding videography and photography involves a lot more than just showing up with a camera. Basically, this is a creation of visual family heirloom so that the wedding day will be remembered fondly for years to come. It’s a tall order- of capturing couples’ special day. Photographers and videographers are endearingly responsible to show the creative ways for the people living under lockdown and are building relationships, holding celebrations and tying the knot.